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Benedetti Foundation Offers Free Youth Ambassador Program in the UK

July 3, 2024, 1:26 PM · Violinist Nicola Benedetti's Benedetti Foundation is launching a new free Youth Ambassador Program for 15 to 18-year-olds across the United Kingdom. The program is open to singers and instrumentalists, to offer insight about careers in music. The first course begins this fall, running through mid-December.

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Students participating in the Benedetti Foundation's Youth Ambassador Day in 2023. Photo by Jamie Williamson.

The course focuses on mentoring, teaching practices, performance skills, well-being, and exploring music industry careers. Students will also participate in Benedetti Foundation activities like large play-ins.

Find the application here. The program is offered to students in limited regions in the U.K. (find a list here), and the application deadline is due July 29.

The Benedetti Foundation was established in 2019 by Scottish violinist Nicola Benedetti.

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